New products and services

Economical water treatment sees first use in Permian basin

Purestream Services is operating its first Permian-based IGF Plus, 5,000-bpd, commercial water treatment system for a large producer near Midland, Texas. The company has been contracted to treat wastewater at a centralized facility that services a series of wells operated by the producer. Treated water, processed by the system, will be re-used as part of an integrated water conservation effort by the operator. In the current pricing environment, producers are looking for cost-effective water treatment that reduces the long distances required to haul water for disposal. The IGF Plus system removes suspended solids, oil and grease to below 5 parts per million from produced and frac water, allowing producers to re-use the water, in the field, with significant cost reductions. Moreover, the system allows producers to integrate new water treatment options into existing operations, often at or below disposal and sourcing costs while meeting thresholds for re-use. As the drought continues to impact the availability of fresh water in Texas, the system is an effective tool for freshwater conservation. Purestream Services will provide four additional IGF Plus systems to other producers near Midland during first-quarter 2015.

Wireless cement head launched

Blackhawk Specialty Tools has launched the Hawkeye, a wireless top drive cement head that enhances speed, efficiency and safety in cementing. The device operates on a fully wireless, automated system, eliminating the need for a hydraulic umbilical line and operating console. Its Quik-Lock connections allow for fast plug, dart and ball reloads, lowering the amount of rig floor downtime. With an interchangeable cage design (6.625 maximum ID), the cement head also prevents deformation of dart fins, alleviating fluid bypass and displacement volume discrepancies. The Hawkeye has a maximum hook load of 2.25 million pounds, a maximum pump rate of 35 bpm through the top drive, and a maximum operating distance of 650 ft.  A manual backup on all remotely operated features is also available. The Hawkeye has entered use, both offshore and onshore.

Rockwell software enables mobile capability

Rockwell Automation has updated its Factory Talk VantagePoint software to version 6.0. This update will give users, from any digital device, access to performance metrics and data analytics. The release includes a mobile device-enabled component to allow users to create, and interact, with data across any HTML 5-compliant browser and mobile platform.

Weatherford improves snubbing unit

Weatherford has introduced the Rig-Free 35/1000 Light-Duty Pulling and Jacking Unit, an alternative to rigs and snubbing units. The unit meets API 4F specifications. It is suited for platforms with space and structural limits, and downgraded, damaged or nonexistent derricks. It has a hydraulically powered, telescoping mast that sits directly above the well center, and an integrated jacking system and power swivel stand. With a self-clamping system, the unit can skid from well to well, accommodating changes in well conditions. A blowout preventer (BOP) is placed under the unit. When skidding between wells, the BOP can be disconnected, and moved with the unit for mobilization efficiency and cost savings.

Emco Wheaton rolls out six new collars

Emco Wheaton has released a new break-away collar release, available in 2-in. and 3-in sizes, which can work at pressures of 40 bar. This collar release is designed for use with loading arms and a hose, rather than two hoses, and will disconnect if the loading arms go past the breakage spot. The collar is linked via break cable to the loading arm, so that once the break position is reached, the collar splits, closing the valves off.  Emco has also released four more products within its TODO range. The marine break-away coupling is available in a 4-in. diameter, and has a maximum working pressure of 25 bar. The standard break-away coupling is now also available in 2-in. and 3-in. aluminium variants, as well as a 4-in. stainless steel version. The 2-in. and 3-in. aluminium couplings have a maximum working pressure of 10 bar, and the 4-in. stainless steel, is capable of bearing 25 bar.

CH2M releases multi-platform integration software

CH2M has released OmniSight, a data integration and delivery platform that provides oil and gas clients with Web-based tools to access and maintain data in real time. The platform combines client data, vendor data, third-party data, and other information in one spot, with the capability of supporting the full project life-cycle.  The toolset allows users to make updates, receive change notifications, and propose changes, from a computer, tablet or smartphone. Features include data integration for client and subcontractors, integrated web maps for visual information, and navigation tools for drilling pad, production facilities and pipeline project teams.